Chapter 702 Ambush
Later, the man with the burn scar arranged Guo Shu and the others to the left side of the fire pit, and sat opposite Zhou Shang and the eight people on the right side.
At this moment, the beautiful woman had been escorted behind the crowd, and Guo Shu felt a little disappointed.
He saw the eight people on the opposite side whispering, and because there was a fire pit in the middle, he couldn't hear what they were saying clearly.
But intuitively, Guo Shu thought these people were talking about them.
At this time, Zhang Xiang, who had been thinking silently, threw the firewood into the fire pit, frowned and whispered:
"Something's wrong."
Guo Shu was still looking at the opposite side. Hearing Zhang Xiang's words, he agreed:
"You also see something is wrong with the eight people on the other side?"
But Zhang Xiang shook his head:
"I mean there's something wrong with the people in this wall. There's something wrong with them."
Guo Shu came back to his senses and asked:
"What did you see?"
Zhang Xiang whispered:
"It's just that I don't see anything wrong. You see, these people have never glanced at our prisoners from the beginning to the end. If it were you, and a prisoner with his head covered came in, would you take a few more glances? But they From the time I opened the door to the moment I walked in, I didn’t even look at it. I just said something felt wrong outside the door. This is the place.”
Guo Shu also thought back and had something to say:
"So you are saying that these people are here just for this prisoner? So they don't dare to take a look, for fear that we will be alert?"
Zhang Xiang nodded:
"It's very possible."
Guo Shu looked around the hall.
In terms of layout, their fire pit is in the middle, and on the left side of the fire pit there is a wooden pusher with various bowls and chopsticks placed on it, and a large vat from which a faint smell of wine is exuding.
Then on the right side of the fire pit, there are more than a dozen straw mats lined up side by side, and firewood is piled in the corner.
The three of them and the eight merchants on the opposite side were all huddled by the fire pond, while the people on the dock wall were busy outside them.
Seeing this layout, Guo Shu sweated on his forehead.
Because if those people in Wubi have problems, they are surrounded by these people.
Just when he was feeling vaguely uneasy, the animal skin curtain outside the hall was opened again.
After a while, Guo Shu saw Tai Shici and five others walking in.
And as soon as I came in, I heard Taishi Ci yelling:
"How can we all squeeze together in the fire pit? Our Taishan Army is not talking about distinguished guests, but we should have a separate place. Hurry up, free up that place for us, it's a good place."
As he said that, Taishi Ci pointed to the southwest corner of the hall, which was right next to the straw mat area. It might have been a chicken pen before, and there were waist-high earthen walls on both sides.
Speaking of this, Taishi Ci winked at Guo Shu.
Then he took the initiative and walked to the northwest corner carrying a large bag of short soldiers.
Guo Shu smiled at the people in the dock wall, and then he and Zhang Xiang carried the prisoner over.
In this way, Guo Shu and his group of eight people sat alone in the southwest corner, silently packing their weapons.
The people present were not stupid, and it was natural to see that Guo Shu and the Taishan Army did not trust other people. The merchants did not say anything and were still guarding the fire pond. Only the people inside the dock wall had incomprehensible eyes, but no one spoke.
As a result, the atmosphere became so gloomy.
……
As soon as Guo Shu hung his armor by the earth wall, Taishi Ci came over and said to him:
"There's something wrong with the people here at Wubi. I've tested their disciples outside before, and they're very suspicious. Let's be careful here."
Guo Shu also nodded and told Tai Shici about the discussion he had just had with Zhang Xiang, and then he said:
"Tonight we will take turns to keep vigil, no matter what the weather is like, we will leave tomorrow morning."
Taishi Ci nodded, and then asked about the situation in the hall:
"How many people are there in the dock wall, and what about the eight people sitting by the fire pit?"
Guo Shu shook his head:
"Not all the people in the dock came out at all. Who knows how many people are behind them? As for the eight people by the fire pond, it is said that they are from Lujiang and are returning to their hometown, but I don't think it is that simple."
Taishi Ci cursed:
"This is like running into a wolf's den."
When Guo Shu saw Deng Dang and Lu Meng, he walked over directly. He said to Deng Dang straight to the point:
"Can I trust you?"
Deng Dang and Lu Meng had just placed the armor and weapons. When they heard this, they said without hesitation:
"Comrade, if you save us from the frost and snow, it is a life-saving grace. As long as I can trust you, I will live up to you."
In fact, Deng Dang also vaguely saw the abnormality of this dock wall, and knew that only by joining forces with these Taishan Army generals would it be safe.
Guo Shu nodded and said to Deng Dang and Lu Meng:
"Your Majesty Huang Tian, as long as you two live up to me, I will definitely ask for credit for you two when I go back this time."
Deng Dang and Lu Meng also responded:
"Huang Tian is above, and we will never be at odds with each other."
At this time Guo Shu believed them and said to them:
"You can all use these ordnances. You can find your own advantage. If, if there is any accident, just stay here like us."
Lu Meng interrupted at this time:
"Did you see something?"
Guo Shu shook his head:
"We as gamers never just believe what we see, but also our intuition. Here, it is always right to be careful."
After saying that, Guo Shu walked up to the prisoner and punched his mask.
At this time, everyone saw that this was a very handsome husband. If his face were not blue and red, his lips were dry, and his hands and feet were shackled, he must be a good young man in the world.
After Guo Shu took off the man's mask, he saw from the corner of his eye that the people on the dock wall couldn't help but look over, and he knew what was going on.
So, he asked in a low voice:
"Are there any of your accomplices here?"
The man glanced at Guo Shu contemptuously, grinned and said:
"Yes, these are all my people. You will be skinned by them like a dead dog, hung on the fire pit, and then roasted to death inch by inch."
As he said this, the man was smiling.
Zhang Xiang didn't tolerate him, so he hit him on the waist and abdomen with an uppercut, causing the man to retching in pain.
They attacked the prisoners here, and another person came out of the hall on the other side, followed by more than a dozen strong men.
This man had a beard and cunning eyes. He smiled at the two groups in the hall:
"It's windy and snowy outside, but it also makes our dock wall more lively. My surname is Han, just call me Lao Han."
He saw his family members still standing there, and said hurriedly:
"What are you doing in a daze? Bring the broth from the pot, hang it on the fire pit, and share it with the guests."
But Guo Shu shook his head and said:
"Old Han, there is no need for hot soup. We have brought dry food. We are all rough guys and are used to eating outside." Of course Old Han understood what Guo Shu meant. He was not annoyed, but understood:
"That's right. You are all heroes of the Taishan Army. We must entertain you."
At this time, the two men were working together to bring a pot of broth from the back. Old Han saw it, took a spoonful of it with the spoon in the pot, and drank it in one gulp.
Then Lao Han snorted comfortably and said to all the guests, including Guo Shu:
"This soup is stewed with pheasants from the mountains. It's a rare occasion, so don't dislike it."
After saying that, they put the spoon into the pot, and then the two people walked to the fire pit and put the pot up.
I have to say that this pot of broth is indeed fragrant. Old Liu Guo Shu swallowed it twice.
But Guo Shu still did not move, while others such as Tai Shici and others also sat obediently, and even wiped their weapons in front of these people.
The atmosphere suddenly became stiff.
But that's it, Old Han didn't say much, but asked the tribesmen to send some more firewood to Guo Shu and the others.
Finally, Old Han said a few words about the situation and the rules within the dock wall, and then led the people away.
While Guo Shu stopped drinking the broth, the group of people by the fire pit began to eat.
First, the handsome husband waved his hand in front of the broth, and then he smiled and served the broth to the group behind him.
Guo Shu noticed that the beautiful woman was probably preoccupied, so she just held the broth without taking a sip. On the contrary, the handsome man was in a hurry, and after one bowl was not enough, he added another bowl.
The food appearance and the noble appearance are quite different.
But only Tai Shici noticed that the moment the man walked over, he saw a silver needle probing into the soup, and then withdrawing it silently.
And that rough and arrogant eating appearance is also common in the army. The closer a war comes, the more important it is to eat well.
Therefore, Taishi Ci paid more attention to this group of people.
……
The wind and snow are still falling outside the dock wall, but the good news is that it has weakened a lot. If this trend continues, Taishi Ci and the others will be able to set off tomorrow.
In the southwest corner, Taishi Ci's eight people were still eating dry food. Even the prisoner's main request for a little broth was rejected by them.
Seeing this situation, the coachman Lao Liu could only swallow his words and chew hard on the dry food.
At this time, Guo Shu took the initiative to talk to Zhou Shang from Lujiang opposite:
"Zhou Sheng, have I seen you somewhere? I always feel very familiar."
Zhou Shang was very indifferent and replied:
"The general may have been to Kyoto, and maybe we have met him once."
Guo Shu nodded and suddenly asked a question:
"Zhou Sheng, our army has recovered the capital one after another. It is time to recruit people. With Zhou Sheng's demeanor and appearance, he will definitely have a place in our army. Why bother to return home in a hurry?"
Na Zhou Shang smiled and said:
"I have been away from home for many years, and my family has long wanted me to return. Now that the world is in chaos, it is better to return to my hometown to fulfill my filial piety and teach the clan."
Guo Shu nodded, obviously a little regretful:
"What does Zhou Sheng think of our army?"
This topic is a bit sensitive, and there is obviously a commotion among Zhou Shang's team, but Zhou Shang speaks in a flawless manner:
"I'm just a secret servant. I only know a few books and scriptures, and I don't know much about world affairs. As for how I view your army, it doesn't really matter. It will be commented by ancient history and future generations."
Guo Shu clapped his hands, gave Zhou Shang a thumbs up, and then said to Taishi Ci beside him:
"Look, I said that there are talented people everywhere in the capital, but the Han Dynasty cannot use them. It is unreasonable for the Han Dynasty not to die."
Taishi Ci followed the words:
"Don't say that there are talented people in the wild who can't be used. Aren't the Yanyan princes who are in power also full of incompetence and eating nothing?"
Guo Shu kept staring at the ground when Taishi Ci said this. He saw that the faces of those people were obviously gloomy and gloomy after hearing Taishi Ci's words.
Guo Shu was thoughtful.
After a moment of silence, the handsome man interjected:
"Although humble people like us are not allowed to comment on the affairs of this world, I have an immature view, that is, it is still unclear who will win. The fate of Han Dynasty will never end. It is not the decision of your army, nor of us. It’s the people here who have the final say, but the caring people in the world.”
Guo Shu interjected:
"So are you the thoughtful one?"
The man just smiled and said nothing.
Looking at Guo Shu, he still wanted to ask, and the man said:
"You'd better get through this hurdle first. I have a good ear, and I have already heard the sharpening of the knife behind me. I just don't know whether to kill those stupid pigs and sheep, or to kill you and me."
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As soon as these words came out, Guo Shu and Taishi Ci's expressions changed, and they immediately began to put on each other's armor.
They carried a total of six suits of armor. Except for Guo Shu, Taishi Ci, Zhang Xiang, and Wang Yao each had one suit, after discussion among the four of them, the other two were given to Deng Dang and Lu Meng.
So the six people finished dressing and stared at the entrance of the back hall, the atmosphere was depressing and tense.
……
At this time, fifty-six warriors were gathered in the back hall of the dock wall.
There are three leaders among them, one is the one named Lao Han just now; one is fully armored and is about five feet tall just sitting on the horse, and is estimated to be about nine feet tall when standing; the remaining one is carrying a Iron Face, there is an iron bar at hand.
Around these three people, the servants who were working in the hall just now had put on leather armor and each had a short sword in their hands.
At this time, Old Han spoke, and he frowned:
"Didn't you agree to take action at night?"
The nine-foot-tall warrior shrugged, indicating that this was not what he meant, so Old Han looked at the iron-masked warrior.
The man replied with a loud voice:
"These Taishan soldiers are very alert. Even if we stay up until night, we won't have a chance to ambush them."
But Lao Han still disagrees:
"If we attack like this now, what should we do if we hurt Shaojun?"
The Iron-faced General said directly:
"We all don't have crossbows, so we can't control the swords in our hands? And those Taishan Army warriors on the opposite side won't hurt Shaojun, otherwise why would they bother to escort him?"
But Lao Han still disagreed. He shook his head and said:
"The risk of doing this is too great. Gao Lan, let me tell you, if Shaojun dies here, we will all die."
It turns out that this tough man is named Gao Lan.
Gao Lan snorted:
"There is no risk in doing anything? Besides, Han Meng, don't forget, the lord has four young masters."
This sentence immediately left Han Meng speechless.
In fact, this operation itself had resistance among Yuan Shao's army. If it weren't for the fact that this ambush would be coordinated with the follow-up actions planned by the military division, the Lord Yuan Shao would probably not agree to the use of the general's fierce generals and elite troops in this place.
So Han Meng looked at the nine-foot strong man for help and asked:
"General Wen, what do you think?"
It turned out that this man was Wen Chou, who was the most brave among the three armies of Yuan Shao's army.
Hearing Han Meng's question, Wen Chou moved his ears, then smiled cruelly:
"The mice have already woken up, and they still ask how to look? Kill them all!"